AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPhilippines-Canada Dealmaking: President Marcos told Canadian firms the Philippines can be a “responsible” hub for mineral processing and critical minerals, pitching eco-friendly extraction tech and renewable integration. Rare Earth Tech Race: Chinese researchers warn China’s rare-earth edge is weakened by limited control of key high-end functional-material patents, with Japan and the U.S. holding many. Gold Macro Pressure: Gold’s slide back toward $4,000 is tied to a Fed shift toward higher rates later in 2026, raising borrowing costs and weighing on demand. Uranium Supply Boost: Cameco reported record Q2 output at McArthur River/Key Lake, strengthening long-term supply as utilities seek buffers. Nigeria Solid Minerals Enforcement: Minister Dele Alake warned mining firms that breaking host community development agreements can trigger licence revocation. Mining Investment & Expansion: Tata Steel plans FY27 capex of about ₹20,000 crore, with 60% for India growth and technology upgrades. Copper Operations Update: Mopani Copper Mines hit its strongest monthly ore production in two years and exceeded its June cathode target. Rare Earth Processing Hub in WV: AmForge, Flash Metals and Greenbrier Smokeless plan a West Virginia rare-earth hub using existing infrastructure and new feedstock links. Community Impacts: Illegal mining along Malawi’s Nathenje River is blamed for river course changes, flooding risk, and livelihood losses.
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